Question

State the advantages of cultivation of pulses.

Answer 1

1. Pulses provide a rich source of vegetable protein, which is important especially for those consuming a starchy vegetarian diet.
2. As leguminous crops, pulses fix atmospheric nitrogen in the soil through nitrogen-fixing bacteria in their root nodules, thereby increasing the natural fertility of the soil.
3. They help restore soil fertility when rotated with other crops.
4. Pulses serve as an excellent forage and grain concentrate in cattle feed.
5. They can be grown in varieties of soil and under rain-fed conditions, making them suitable for diverse agro-climatic zones.
6. Pulses contribute to maintaining sustainable agriculture by improving soil health and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.